2006 Bentley Arnage vs. 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 2006 Bentley Arnage is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,752 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Bentley Arnage (400 HP) has 153 more horse power than 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600. (247 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 322 kg more than 2006 Bentley Arnage.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Bentley Arnage (835 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600. (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Bentley Arnage | 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
Make | Bentley | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Arnage | 600 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6752 cc | 6330 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 247 HP |
Torque | 835 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 2772 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 6250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3370 mm | 3910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 52 L |